Kentucky · Utility Foundation Grant

Duke Energy Foundation Kentucky Education Grants

Funding

$10,000+ (education window); up to $100,000+ for major programs

Grade Focus

K-12 and community

Application Due

January 31, 2027

Level of Gov't

Utility Foundation — Duke Energy Foundation

Eligibility

Schools and nonprofits in Duke Energy Kentucky service territory. Duke Energy serves much of western and central Kentucky. Programs must align to Duke Energy Foundation priorities including STEM education and workforce readiness.

Program Goals

Duke Energy Foundation funds STEM education and workforce development programs in its Kentucky service territory. The education grant window focuses on K-12 STEM programs and career readiness.

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Application and Distribution

Apply online through the Duke Energy Foundation website by January 31, 2027.

Cycle Notes

Annual education window. January 31, 2027 deadline. Monitor duke-energy.com for future cycles.

Grant Award Amount

Education grants $10,000+. Major programs may qualify for awards up to $100,000+.

Allowable Purchases

Forward Education Products for This Grant

These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.

Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
Smart Solar Energy Kit — build and program a working solar panel to measure real-time power generation and explore renewable energy
Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for Duke Energy Foundation KY grants?

Schools and nonprofits in Duke Energy Kentucky service territory. Confirm eligibility at duke-energy.com.

How much does Duke Energy Foundation award?

Education grants $10,000+. Up to $100,000+ for major programs.

Can funds be used for STEM and CS tools?

Yes. STEM education and technology programs are a priority use.

How do Kentucky schools apply?

Apply at duke-energy.com/community/duke-energy-foundation by January 31, 2027.

How can Forward Education help?

We provide alignment documents and letters of support for Kentucky Duke Energy service area schools.

Grant Support

Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?

Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals. We can help you connect our tools to your grant requirements.

Curriculum alignment documents — Kentucky standards mapped to our kits
Program quotes and pricing — classroom sets, bundles, and multi-site pricing
Letters of support — documentation for grant applications
Project ideas and scope-and-sequence — ready-to-use program outlines

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